Four Points by Sheraton has established its dominance in the hospitality industry after the hotel was recognised as Africa’s leading airport hotel for the fourth year in a row.
According to the International Hotel Awards, the hotel stood out amongst its competitors in terms of design, quality, service and innovation.
Four Points by Sheraton, Nairobi Airport General Manager, Vivek Mathur, noted that the award cemented the hotel’s legacy of offering quality and reliable service.
“To be awarded the leading airport property on the continent for the fourth year running in itself is a remarkable and humbling achievement. This is further cemented by the fact that we are recognized as a top destination for global executives. These accolades not only serve to solidify our position as a substantial regional player in hospitality but is a testament to our team’s passion and commitment.”
“We are committed to the sector’s revival after the impact of the pandemic and look forward to a prosperous 2022 with greater tourism,” he stated.
The International Hotel Awards, regarded as the most prestigious award globally, are judged by an independent panel of industry experts. They focus on design, quality, service, innovation, originality, and commitment to sustainability.
Further, the hotel was featured in the highly acclaimed World Travel Top 100 Hotels for Executives 2022 as one of the go-to destinations for traveling executives and business people.
The airport hotel was listed among notable properties including The Savoy, London and Park Hyatt, New York. Henry Smart, from CEO Destinations, affirmed that the hotel was outstanding despite the effects of the pandemic.
“Today’s travel industry has been shaped by the pandemic, during this time technology has had an ever-growing influence. Increased regulatory and hygiene requirements and greater scrutiny provided by online reviews have both created challenges and increased responsibilities for all involved in the travel industry. ”
“The CEO Destinations World Travel 100 recognizes outstanding companies across the travel industry who have exhibited exceptional leadership in their field along with those companies we expect to be a traveler’s dream in 2022!” Smart stated.
Despite the ravaging effects of the pandemic, Four Points by Sheraton deployed a transformation business continuity model in a bid to stand out from its competitors.
The Nairobi Airport, located inside the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA), was launched in October 2017. It consists of 172 rooms, event spaces, a dedicated business lounge all-day dining restaurant, a pool bar, and grill, a coffee lounge, and Nairobi National Park.
Story by By BRIAN KIMANI ,www.kenyans.co.ke
